The Torch - October Issue

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Plan to get your flu shot this fall

Flu Shot

The best protection against the flu is to get a flu shot every year before the flu season starts. Since influenza viruses change over time, it is important to get a shot every year.

Flu shot clinics will be held at many state facilities across Indiana. The on-site vaccination clinics are available to state employees and dependents, 6 months of age and older, covered by state employee insurance.

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State of Indiana employees can help INDOT win $10,000 for charity

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INDOT’s Grand Valley Boulevard Bridge project in Martinsville has been named one of the nation’s top 12 transportation projects and is competing for the America’s Transportation Awards People’s Choice Award. The honor will be determined by the number of votes received in online voting through Oct. 25. The winner receives a $10,000 prize to donate to a charity of its choice.

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Health department strike teams mobilize amid Delta variant surge

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The Indiana Department of Health has been front and center since the COVID-19 pandemic began in March 2020. The response has included health department employees, National Guard members and others who’ve volunteered their time to help inform Hoosiers about the COVID-19 vaccines, test for infection and do their part to help keep their fellow Hoosiers healthy and safe.

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Still time to earn e-gift cards for health assessment and wellness visit

You can still earn gift card rewards just by completing two important health check-ups! Complete a wellness visit to earn a $100 gift card. Complete a health assessment to earn a $25 gift card

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